1956 Chrysler C vs. 1983 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 208 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 5,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 575 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler C (560 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 1983 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | C | 208 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2350 mm |
